Basic Details
Word: Vampire
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A mythical creature that drinks the blood of the living, typically depicted as a human with fangs.
Synonyms: Bloodsucker, Nosferatu
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Vampire's kiss: Used to describe a situation where someone takes advantage of another, often in terms of energy or enthusiasm. Example: "After the long meeting, I felt like I had received a vampire's kiss, completely drained!"
- Dance with the vampires: Engaging in something risky or dangerous. Example: "Going out at midnight to explore the abandoned castle is like dancing with the vampires."
Usage Examples
Example 1: In folklore, a vampire must drink blood to stay alive and is said to be harmed by sunlight.
Example 2: Many stories and movies feature vampires as romantic or heroic figures, challenging the traditional view of them as villains.
Example 3: At the Halloween party, everyone dressed up as a vampire, complete with capes and fake fangs.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the concept of vampires dates back to ancient civilisations? Creatures resembling vampires can be found in cultures across the world, each with their own unique interpretations and myths.
Famous Quote
"I never drink... wine." - Count Dracula, Bram Stoker's Dracula
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "vampire" mean?
a) A mythical creature that sleeps
b) A creature that drinks blood
c) A type of bird
d) A monster that eats fruit
Answer: b) A creature that drinks blood
2. Which of these is a synonym of "vampire"?
a) Werewolf
b) Ghost
c) Bloodsucker
d) Zombie
Answer: c) Bloodsucker
3. What is the opposite of "vampire"?
a) N/A
b) Hero
c) Fairy
d) Wolf
Answer: a) N/A
4. Which sentence uses "vampire" correctly?
a) The vampire danced at the party.
b) The vampire drank juice every morning.
c) The vampire was a part of a scary story.
d) The vampire flew a kite on the beach.
Answer: c) The vampire was a part of a scary story.
5. Which idiom means engaging in something risky related to "vampire"?
a) Dance with the vampires
b) Get bitten by the bug
c) Like a bat out of hell
d) Out of the blue
Answer: a) Dance with the vampires
